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R
Figma
UX Design
Python
SQL

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Last updated on 2024-02-21.

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Bryan Waite

As a Program Analyst and Master’s candidate at Arizona State University, I excel in data analysis and program evaluation with a 4.0 GPA. My journey spans from orchestrating strategic operations in the US Navy to shaping global data landscapes at the US Department of State. A versatile professional, I blend analytical prowess with UX design skills and a passion for digital archiving. Outside the data realm, I find joy in photography, gaming, and exploring languages, reflecting a well-rounded approach to life.

Education

MS Program Evaluation and Data Analysis

Remote

Arizona State University

2024 - 2023

  • Learning and understanding how to do proper program impact studies, Data Science, and programming in R.
  • Graduate Student

UX Design Bootcamp

Remote

General Assembly

2021

  • 480-hour immersive program learning the entire UX lifecycle, heuristics, and project management.

B.A. History

Grand Junction, CO

Colorado Mesa University

2019 - 2016

  • Thesis; Cold-war tensions were less fueled by culture and society but rather by individual leaders always needing to “beat their mentors”.
  • Phi Alpha Theta Member

Selected Positions

Archivist

Grand Junction, CO

VA Cemetery

2023

  • Organized and maintained a digital database of historical documents to help create rotating historical displays for the VA.
  • Identified 100 historical documents, images, and correspondence by era, medium, and condition.

Advanced Repair Agent

Grand Junction, CO

Geek Squad

2023 - 2021

  • Led repair team in defining workflow processes to reduce service ticket turn-time from 3 days to a 1.6-day average turn-time.
  • Consult clients on product upgrades, repair recommendations, and top market SaaS products.
  • Educate clients on cloud-based technology for data management leading to a 23% increase in “Done Right First Time” Metrics.

UX Design Apprentice

Remote

General Assembly

2021

  • Designed 5 conceptual application projects and 1 client website redesign utilized CMS through WordPress.
  • Quantitative and Qualitative data analysis.
  • Managed projects through Asana to ensure timelines, client needs, and project deadlines were met within budget.

Assistant Language Teacher

Nagano, JP

Interac Japan

2020

  • Assisted the Japanese Teacher of English in teaching English to fourth, fifth, and sixth-grade students.
  • Increased student participation by 80% by incorporating interactive games centered around language production.
  • Prepared and designed educational materials covering 6 different units to increase optimal learning catered to each grade’s skill level and age range

Program Analyst

Washington, D.C.

US Department of State

N/A

  • Confidentiality clause.